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Gangoji (Gango-ji Temple)
奈良市中院町１１
Located in Nara City, Nara Prefecture, this is one of the Nanto Shichidaiji (Seven Great Temples of the Southern Capital). It is the temple to which Hōkō-ji (Hoko-ji), Japan's oldest full-scale Buddhist temple, was relocated following the transfer of the capital to Heijō-kyō (Heijo-kyo).
History
Hōkō-ji (Hoko-ji), originally established by Soga no Maro (Soga no Umako) in Asuka, was relocated to its current site when the capital moved to Heijō-kyō (Heijo-kyo). During the Nara period, it boasted a grand temple complex comparable to Tōdai-ji (Todai-ji) and Kōfuku-ji (Kofuku-ji). However, it declined in the medieval period and is now divided into three separate temple sections: Gokuraku-bō (Gokuraku-bo), Tō-ato (Tower Ruins), and Shōtō-in (Shotō-in).
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What visitors say
A major highlight is the appearance of the roofs, which still feature some of Japan's oldest roof tiles in active use. The temple grounds are unadorned and rustic, offering a quiet and serene atmosphere alongside moss-covered stone statues and gardens. The surrounding Naramachi district retains retro-style townhouses, allowing visitors to enjoy a stroll while immersing themselves in history.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Tuesday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Wednesday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Thursday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Friday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Saturday: 9:00 – 16:30
- Sunday: 9:00 – 16:30
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